This is a 24HPW opportunity Serving millions of Medicare and
Medicaid patients, Optum is the nation’s largest health and
wellness business and a vibrant, growing member of the UnitedHealth
Group family of businesses. We’re also the career home for Nurse
Practitioners who are eager to bring compassion and passion, energy
and focus to their work every day. Join us and you’ll discover a
chance to build meaningful relationships with the patients, their
families and the health care providers who are responsible for
their care. Primary Responsibilities: Conduct in - home assessments
on health plan members, including past medical history, review of
symptoms, physical examination, medication review and depression
screening Responsible for checking vitals, conducting a physical
exam that includes monofilament test, urine dipstick and foot exam
(as appropriate) Identify diagnoses to be used in care management
and active medical management in the furtherance of treatment
Formulate a list of current and past medical conditions using
clinical knowledge and judgment and the findings of your assessment
Communicate findings in your assessment that will be used to inform
the PCP of potential gaps in care Educate members on topics such as
disease process, medication and compliance Comply with all HIPAA
regulations and maintain security of protected health information
(PHI) Since this position involves in - home visits, the ability to
work autonomously and extensive travel will be required. You should
also be comfortable working with geriatric patients who have a
variety of health complications. You’ll be rewarded and recognized
for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and
give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role
as well as provide development for other roles you may be
interested in. Required Qualifications: Active, unencumbered
license to practice nursing in the assigned state Nurse
Practitioner Certification from either the ANCC
or AANP as Adult, Geriatric or Family NP 1+ year of
clinical experience in highest level of education OR 3+ years of
experience as a Registered Nurse Access to reliable transportation
that will enable you to travel to client and / or patient sites
within a designated area Ability to obtain DEA licensure /
prescriptive authority post - hire in states where applicable
Ability to spend at least 1 hour with a member in their home, which
may be in understaffed or remote areas, in the presence of pets or
individuals who are tobacco users Ability to lift a 30 pound bag in
and out of car and to navigate stairs and a variety of dwelling
conditions and configurations Preferred Qualifications: Experience
in Gerontology, Cardiology, Internal Medicine or Endocrinology Home
care or home visit experience Excellent administrative and
organizational skills and the ability to effectively communicate
with seniors and their families Computer literate and able to
navigate the internet Transforming health care and millions of
lives as a result starts with the values you embrace and the
passion you bring to achieve your life’s best work.(sm)
**PLEASE NOTE** The sign on bonus is only available to
external candidates. Candidates who are currently working for a
UnitedHealth Group, UnitedHealthcare or a related entity in a full
time, part time, or per diem basis ("Internal Candidates") are not
eligible to receive a sign on bonus.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin,
protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information,
or any other characteristic protected by law.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are
required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Job Keywords: Nurse Practitioner, NP, long term care, LTC,
Assisted Living, Nursing Home, Primary Care, Assessment, Home Care,
House Calls, Tarboro, Nashville, Wilson, NC, North Carolina

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